Mathematic session was conducted in Tala, Satkhira. The session, conducted by Mahmud Shovon, Academic Mentor, was a dynamic and engaging effort to eliminate students' fear of mathematics and inspire a passion for the subject. To create a comfortable and motivating environment, the mentor began by interacting with the students and sharing inspirational sayings, encouraging them to view mathematics as a fascinating and approachable subject.
The session emphasized the profound connections between mathematics and real-life applications, showcasing how math is an essential tool for understanding and solving everyday problems. To make the learning experience enjoyable, the mentor introduced fun activities, such as writing various numbers on pieces of paper and engaging students in math-based games. These activities sparked curiosity and demonstrated the practical and creative aspects of mathematics.
A significant portion of the session focused on fundamental mathematical concepts, particularly fractions and basic numbers. The mentor employed a hands-on approach to teaching fractions, providing each student with a sheet of paper, a colored pen, and a distance-measuring scale. Using these materials, students explored the process of addition and subtraction of fractions through a creative method involving paper cutting, making the concepts visually clear and easy to grasp without requiring traditional calculations.
The mentor amazed students with mathematical magic tricks, unraveling the logic behind them and explaining how they could be solved. This interactive approach not only made the session entertaining but also encouraged students to think critically and enjoy the learning process.
The session concluded with a message of inspiration, fostering a curiosity and lifelong appreciation for mathematics. Students were motivated to explore the subject beyond the classroom and embrace its relevance in everyday life. The session was a resounding success, with all students enthusiastically participating and signing off on their learning experience.